Pentax K-3 II vs Sony A350

In this write-up, we are matching up the Pentax K-3 II vs Sony A350, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-3 II (24MP) and A350 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K-3 II was brought out 6 years later than the A350 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the K-3 II grades against the A350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-3 II & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-3 II Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-3 II enjoys outer dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony A350 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

See the Pentax K-3 II vs Sony A350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the K-3 II versus the A350.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the K-3 II and A350 is 59 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-3 II and A350.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Pentax K-3 II to offer you greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer K-3 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.